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U.K. Space Agency Lead Emphasizes National Priorities at Space-Comm Expo

U.K. Space Agency Lead Emphasizes National Priorities at Space-Comm Expo
From left: Tania Celani, Dr. David Parker, Ed Betar, Dr. Paul Bate, and Andy Lison at the UK’s Space-Comm Expo. Photo: Via Satellite

FARNBOROUGH, United Kingdom — The United Kingdom is shaping up for one of the most important years in its history in space, with an expected launch this year, according to a top government official. UK Space Agency (UKSA) CEO Paul Bate on March 6 said that despite the tight fiscal environment, 2024 is likely to be a key year for the nation’s space industry. “This is the year we expect to see vertical space launch in the U.K. We will…

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